Countries Which Do Not Need VISA Permits to Visit the Philippines

Do you want to visit the Philippines? Are you wondering if you need a visa or not?

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As of August of 2014, nationals from 158 countries may enter the Philippines without a visa and may stay for a maximum of thirty (30) days, provided they are holders of a passport valid at least six (6) months beyond the period of stay in the Philippines, and present a return or outward bound ticket to their country of origin or to a next country of destination.

* Brazil and Israel remain eligible for a 59-day visa-free entry as elaborated under Section D of FSC-21-10.

For Indian Nationals

Since May 1, 2012, Indian nationals with a valid U.S., Japanese, Australian, Canadian, Schengen, Singapore, or United Kingdom visa are granted a 14-day visa free entry which may be extended for an additional 7 days for a maximum stay of 21 days. (BI Memorandum Circular No. RADJR-12-008)

The policy only applies to Indian Nationals arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA 1-3) who have the following:

(1) National Passport valid at least 6 months, beyond the contemplated stay
(2) Return or Onward ticket
(3) No derogatory record in BI, NICA, or INTERPOL

For trips more than 21 days, Indian nationals are required to apply for a tourist visa in New Delhi or any Foreign Service Post where they are valid residents.

For other nationals (not mentioned above) or for non-tourist purposes, you will find more information about visa requirements under the “VISA” category of the Philippine Bureau of Immigration’s website.